Iraqi PM: British troops should leave because they're no longer needed to maintain security

Thank you and goodbye: Nouri Al-Maliki said British troops are 'not necessary'  British troops should leave Iraq because they are no longer needed to maintain security in the south of the country, the Iraqi prime minister claimed today. Nouri Al-Maliki said it was time for most combat forces from the UK to go home, but he admitted some might be needed to stay on to help train and advise local soldiers. He said the relationship between the two countries should now be focused on improving business, scientific and educational links. ‘We thank them for the role they have played, but I think that their stay is not necessary for maintaining security and control,’ he said. Mr...

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